Welcome to Lincoln-Way Marching Invitational!
Dr. Tingley, Superintendent
On behalf of Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our Annual Marching Band Competition!
Today, we are proud to showcase the talent, dedication, and spirit of some of the finest high school marching bands in the state of Illinois. Your presence here reflects a shared appreciation for the performing arts at the high school level and the incredible work these students and educators put forth throughout the year. At Lincoln-Way, we are deeply committed to fostering both academic excellence and social growth for all students. Events like today’s competition highlight the power of music education and the vibrant community that supports it. We thank you for sharing this commitment with us. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our Lincoln-Way Music Boosters for their tireless efforts in organizing today’s event and for their continued support of our music programs. Their dedication plays a vital role in making this experience memorable for everyone involved. We wish all participants the best of luck and continued success. We hope you enjoy your time with us at Lincoln-Way, and most importantly, enjoy the show! Sincerely, R. Scott Tingley Superintendent |
Dr. Robbins, L-W West Principal
On behalf of Lincoln-Way West High School, we would like to welcome the participants, families and friends to the 2025 Lincoln-Way Marching Band Invitational.
The event welcomes bands from throughout the area to highlight their exceptional talent and we are extremely excited to host you in our great community and facility. The Marching Band program at Lincoln-Way has a long and storied history of success with outstanding students and marching bands. The students learn valuable lessons not only in exhibiting outstanding individual performances, but also in the ability to learn team building and positive leadership skills. We sincerely hope that you enjoy the performances of all the students and the more than 20 outstanding Marching Bands entered in the competition today. We would like to thank the Lincoln-Way Band Boosters, the Lincoln-Way West Buildings and Grounds staff, and all the volunteers that help to make this event successful. Thank you for all the support of the Lincoln-Way Marching Band and the Marching Band Invitational. Sincerely, Ted Robbins Principal |
Schedule of Performances
Saturday, October 18, 2025
| CLASS | PIT WARM-UP | BAND WARM-UP | PIT TRAVEL | BAND TRAVEL | FIELD SHOW | WU FIELD | ||
| Introduction / SSB | 1:50 | |||||||
| Coal City | A | 1:00 | 1:15 | 1:30 | 1:45 | 2:00 | A | |
| W.H. Taft | A | 1:15 | 1:30 | 1:45 | 2:00 | 2:15 | B | |
| Morris Community | A | 1:30 | 1:45 | 2:00 | 2:15 | 2:30 | A | |
| Bremen | A | 1:45 | 2:00 | 2:15 | 2:30 | 2:45 | B | |
| Glenbrook South | A | 2:00 | 2:15 | 2:30 | 2:45 | 3:00 | A | |
| Break | 3:15 | |||||||
| H.L. Richards | A | 2:00 | 2:15 | 2:30 | 3:15 | 3:30 | B | |
| Argo Community | A | 2:45 | 3:00 | 3:15 | 3:30 | 3:45 | A | |
| Providence Catholic | A | 3:00 | 3:15 | 3:30 | 3:45 | 4:00 | B | |
| A.A. Stagg | A | 3:15 | 3:30 | 3:45 | 4:00 | 4:15 | A | |
| H.D. Jacobs | A | 3:30 | 3:45 | 4:00 | 4:15 | 4:30 | B | |
| Eureka | A | 3:45 | 4:00 | 4:15 | 4:30 | 4:45 | A | |
| Dinner Break & Class A Awards Ceremony | 5:00 | |||||||
| Downers Grove South | AA | 5:00 | 5:15 | 5:30 | 5:45 | 6:00 | B | |
| Batavia | AA | 5:15 | 5:30 | 5:45 | 6:00 | 6:15 | A | |
| Wakegan | AA | 5:30 | 5:45 | 6:00 | 6:15 | 6:30 | B | |
| Naperville Central | AA | 5:45 | 6:00 | 6:15 | 6:30 | 6:45 | A | |
| Plainfield South | AA | 6:00 | 6:15 | 6:30 | 6:45 | 7:00 | B | |
| Lake Park | AA | 6:15 | 6:30 | 6:45 | 7:00 | 7:15 | A | |
| Break | 7:30 | |||||||
| Mahomet-Seymour | AAA | 6:45 | 7:00 | 7:15 | 7:30 | 7:45 | B | |
| Rock Island | AAA | 7:00 | 7:15 | 7:30 | 7:45 | 8:00 | A | |
| Waubonsie Valley | AAA | 7:15 | 7:30 | 7:45 | 8:00 | 8:15 | B | |
| Oswego | AAA | 7:30 | 7:45 | 8:00 | 8:15 | 8:30 | A | |
| LWMB | EXB | 7:45 | 8:00 | 8:15 | 8:30 | 8:45 | B | |
| Class AA & AAA Awards Ceremony | 9:15 | |||||||
Judges
This contest will run under “Bands of America” contest rules, and utilize “Bands of America” adjudication sheets.
The “Bands of America” announcement layout will be used.
The “Bands of America” announcement layout will be used.
| NAME | CAPTION |
| Dr. Bert Johnson / Chris Mroczek | Timing & Penalties |
| Chuck Naffier | Music Individual |
| Mike Rubino | Music Ensemble |
| Kim Kuhn | Visual Individual |
| Michael Turner | Visual Ensemble |
| Brett Johnson | Music General Effect |
| Dr. Phillip Vallejo | Music General Effect |
| Frank Suarez | Visual General Effect |
| Dean Westman | Overal General Effect Commentary |
| Colin McNutt | Percussion |
| Alan Buzalski | Auxiliary |
Awards will be given for the following categories:
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place (Class A, AA, AAA)
General Effect
Visual Effect
Music
Percussion
Auxiliary
“Grand Champion”
Concessions
(selections & prices subject to change)
|
Italian Beef Sandwich w/Chips
$6.00 Hot Dog w/Chips $5.00 BBQ Meatballs $5.00 Pizza slice (Cheese/Sausage) $5.00 GF Pizza slice (Cheese) $5.00 Chicken Tenders $5.00 Bosco Sticks w/Marinara $5.00 Nachos w/Cheese (jalapeños upon request) $4.00 |
Pop
$2.00 Water $1.00 Gatorade $3.00 Coffee/Hot Chocolate $1.00 Chips $1.00 Candy $2.00 Bundt Cakes $6.00 Do-Rite Donuts (on site) |
Performing Bands
CLASS A
|
Coal City High School (Coal City, IL)
|
2:00 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Coalers
SHOW TITLE: Rearrange
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Annie Ternes
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Ashley Jackman (Colorguard Coach), Kevin Soto (Staff), Kevin Nevsimal (Drill Writer)
SHOW TITLE: Rearrange
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- Original music by Jeff Chambers
- "The Sound of Silence" by Disturbed
- "Hide and Seek" by Imogen Heap
BAND DIRECTOR: Annie Ternes
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Ashley Jackman (Colorguard Coach), Kevin Soto (Staff), Kevin Nevsimal (Drill Writer)
|
William Howard Taft High School (Chicago, IL)
|
2:15 pm |
BAND NAME: Taft Marching Eagles
SHOW TITLE: Pressure
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Kevin Harriman
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Dan Salyers
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Paulina Ryt (Guard), Thomas Jennings (Winds)
This year the Taft marching eagles are performing in 4 area competitions before finishing the season at the BOA Grand Nationals competition in Indianapolis this November.
SHOW TITLE: Pressure
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Pressure" by Billy Joel
- "The Predatory Wasp of the Palisades Is Out to Get Us!" by Sufjan Stevens
- Original work by Kevin Harriman
- "Under Pressure" by Queen & David Bowie
BAND DIRECTOR: Kevin Harriman
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Dan Salyers
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Paulina Ryt (Guard), Thomas Jennings (Winds)
This year the Taft marching eagles are performing in 4 area competitions before finishing the season at the BOA Grand Nationals competition in Indianapolis this November.
|
Morris Community High School (Morris, IL)
|
2:30 pm |
BAND NAME: Marching Maroon and White
SHOW TITLE: Agent 54
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original music by Randall Strandridge
DRUM MAJOR: Margret Haas
BAND DIRECTOR: Brendan Kaiser
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Madeline Evenrvold, Kaitlyn Fowlie, Scott Sheets, Rose Connellan, Abby Pintoy, Dave Shaw, Ally Kaiser
SHOW TITLE: Agent 54
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original music by Randall Strandridge
DRUM MAJOR: Margret Haas
BAND DIRECTOR: Brendan Kaiser
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Madeline Evenrvold, Kaitlyn Fowlie, Scott Sheets, Rose Connellan, Abby Pintoy, Dave Shaw, Ally Kaiser
|
Bremen High School (Midlothian, IL)
|
2:45 pm |
BAND NAME: Bremen Marching Band
SHOW TITLE: There's A Monster Under My Bed
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Ben Salgado
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Stephanie Peterson (Color Guard)
The Bremen Marching Band has appeared as the official pep band at the IHSA Girls Basketball State Championships and was a featured marching band in the 2024 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. In addition to the marching band, the Bremen High School Music program also offers many curricular and extra-curricular ensembles, including Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Concert Choir, Broadway at Bremen, Spring Musical, and Mariachi Band.
SHOW TITLE: There's A Monster Under My Bed
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Lullaby" by Johannes Brahms
- "In The Hall Of The Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg
- "Aase's Death" by Edvard Grieg
- Original Music by Randall D. Standridge & Maureen "Mo" Longo
BAND DIRECTOR: Ben Salgado
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Stephanie Peterson (Color Guard)
The Bremen Marching Band has appeared as the official pep band at the IHSA Girls Basketball State Championships and was a featured marching band in the 2024 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. In addition to the marching band, the Bremen High School Music program also offers many curricular and extra-curricular ensembles, including Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Concert Choir, Broadway at Bremen, Spring Musical, and Mariachi Band.
|
Glenbrook South High School (Glenbrook, WI)
|
3:00 pm |
BAND NAME: Marching Titans
SHOW TITLE: The Grand Illusion
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Brian Boron
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Nick Krejci
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Karen Graves, Bryan Hughey, Spencer Peterson, Alex Nauert, Leah O'Dekirk, Connor Yoon
The Glenbrook South Band has traveled across the country, including San Diego, New York, Washington, D.C., and Orlando. This year, they will be traveling with the Glenbrook South Choirs to Nashville.
SHOW TITLE: The Grand Illusion
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "The Grand Illusion" by Styx
- "Fanfare" from Now You See Me 2
- "Show Yourself" from Frozen 2
- "Defying Gravity" from Wicked
BAND DIRECTOR: Brian Boron
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Nick Krejci
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Karen Graves, Bryan Hughey, Spencer Peterson, Alex Nauert, Leah O'Dekirk, Connor Yoon
The Glenbrook South Band has traveled across the country, including San Diego, New York, Washington, D.C., and Orlando. This year, they will be traveling with the Glenbrook South Choirs to Nashville.
|
***Harold L. Richards High School (Oak Lawn, IL)
|
3:30 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Bulldogs
SHOW TITLE: A Light Revealed
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Felix Ponce
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Jack Sure-er
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Sara Ja-nick (Color Guard Director), Miro Hernandez, (Front Ensemble Tech), Donna Boot-Nar-You (Drum Major and Brass Tech), Amelia Benson (Percussion Tech), Raw-Duh-Lin Suh-Lakc-Suh-Can (Flute Tech), Aldo Sanchez (Saxophone and Mellophone tech), Karen Bow-teas-tuh (Clarinet Tech)
The Marching Bulldogs would like to thank all of the parents who come out every performance to help students with uniforms, load equipment, and sit on the bus with the students. We couldn't do this without you!
SHOW TITLE: A Light Revealed
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "This Little Light of Mine" (Traditional)
- "Dies Irae" from Verdi's Requiem by Giuseppe Verdi
- "The Sound of Silence" by Paul Simon
- "I See Stars" from Mean Girls
BAND DIRECTOR: Felix Ponce
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Jack Sure-er
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Sara Ja-nick (Color Guard Director), Miro Hernandez, (Front Ensemble Tech), Donna Boot-Nar-You (Drum Major and Brass Tech), Amelia Benson (Percussion Tech), Raw-Duh-Lin Suh-Lakc-Suh-Can (Flute Tech), Aldo Sanchez (Saxophone and Mellophone tech), Karen Bow-teas-tuh (Clarinet Tech)
The Marching Bulldogs would like to thank all of the parents who come out every performance to help students with uniforms, load equipment, and sit on the bus with the students. We couldn't do this without you!
|
Argo High School (Summit, IL)
|
3:45 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Argonauts
SHOW TITLE: Lights, Camera, Action! The Music of John Williams
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Jeanette Soebbing
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Megan Fitzgerald
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Erin Bozek (Colorguard), Angel Soebbing (Colorguard), Mason Lampa (Percussion), Daniel Kent, Sarah Gorecki
Along with the Marching Argonauts, the music department at Argo Community High School includes concert band, beginning band, orchestra, choir, guitar, music production, jazz band, general music, and a variety of chamber opportunities. Earlier this season, the Marching Argonauts participated in Band Day with the Marching Illini at the University of Illinois and competed at the Stagg Marching Jamboree and Downers Grove Mustang Bowl. They look forward to finishing their season with Senior Night at our last home football game. Congratulations Argonauts! Thank you for a memorable season!
SHOW TITLE: Lights, Camera, Action! The Music of John Williams
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- E.T. The Extra Terrestrial arranged by Michael Sweeney
- Jaws/Superman arranged by Johnnie Vinson
- Jurassic Park/The Lost World arranged by Michael Sweeney
BAND DIRECTOR: Jeanette Soebbing
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Megan Fitzgerald
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Erin Bozek (Colorguard), Angel Soebbing (Colorguard), Mason Lampa (Percussion), Daniel Kent, Sarah Gorecki
Along with the Marching Argonauts, the music department at Argo Community High School includes concert band, beginning band, orchestra, choir, guitar, music production, jazz band, general music, and a variety of chamber opportunities. Earlier this season, the Marching Argonauts participated in Band Day with the Marching Illini at the University of Illinois and competed at the Stagg Marching Jamboree and Downers Grove Mustang Bowl. They look forward to finishing their season with Senior Night at our last home football game. Congratulations Argonauts! Thank you for a memorable season!
|
Providence Catholic High School (New Lenox, IL)
|
4:00 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Celtics
SHOW TITLE: The Circle Game
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Michael Rocha
ADDITIONAL STAFF: John Kelly, Lawrence Ball, Dakota Smith, Matt Kochniarczyk, Max Martinez, Micah Friesen
The Providence Catholic Marching Celtics are grateful to the students, parents, staff, and administration of the Lincoln-Way Marching Band for their hospitality today. They look forward to concluding their competitive season next weekend and the Illinois Marching Band Championships.
SHOW TITLE: The Circle Game
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Circles" by Post Malone
- "What Goes Around Comes Around" by Justin Timberlake
- "The Circle Game" by Joni Mitchell
- "Halcyon Hearts" by Katahj Copley
BAND DIRECTOR: Michael Rocha
ADDITIONAL STAFF: John Kelly, Lawrence Ball, Dakota Smith, Matt Kochniarczyk, Max Martinez, Micah Friesen
The Providence Catholic Marching Celtics are grateful to the students, parents, staff, and administration of the Lincoln-Way Marching Band for their hospitality today. They look forward to concluding their competitive season next weekend and the Illinois Marching Band Championships.
|
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School (Palos Hills, IL)
|
4:15 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Chargers
SHOW TITLE: TRON
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Music from the motion picture TRON: Legacy and the animated series TRON: Uprising
Music by Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, and Joseph Trapanese; Arrangement by Thomas Bough and Josh Gottry
DRUM MAJORS: Aislyn Lederer, Mia Lewandowski, Samantha Padgurskis
BAND DIRECTOR: Bob Mecozzi
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Christian Ponte
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Jason Kazin (Music and Visual), Alejandro Gutierrez (Music and Visual), Eric Johnson (Music and Visual), Dan Romano (Music and Visual), Grace Suglich (Music and Visual), Agnes Zochowska (Music and Visual), Jacob Fisher (Sound Board), Kabir Dalawari (Percussion), Rob Diaz (Percussion), Ken Kazin (Percussion), Christina Schmidt (Color Guard Director), Samantha Houlihan (Color Guard Instructor)
Perhaps the most visible of the many Stagg Band ensembles, the Marching Chargers annually perform at all home Charger football games and 5-6 competitions each season. Performances this season include an exhibition performance at the 45th Annual Stagg Marching Band Jamboree, Victor J. Andrew Marching Invitational, Providence Catholic Marching Invitational, Downers Grove South Marching Mustang Bowl, and the Illinois Marching Band Championships. The Marching Chargers would like to thank the Lincoln-Way Marching Band and the Music Boosters for hosting another wonderful show! Best of luck to all of the bands on the rest of their seasons!
SHOW TITLE: TRON
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Music from the motion picture TRON: Legacy and the animated series TRON: Uprising
Music by Thomas Bangalter, Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, and Joseph Trapanese; Arrangement by Thomas Bough and Josh Gottry
DRUM MAJORS: Aislyn Lederer, Mia Lewandowski, Samantha Padgurskis
BAND DIRECTOR: Bob Mecozzi
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Christian Ponte
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Jason Kazin (Music and Visual), Alejandro Gutierrez (Music and Visual), Eric Johnson (Music and Visual), Dan Romano (Music and Visual), Grace Suglich (Music and Visual), Agnes Zochowska (Music and Visual), Jacob Fisher (Sound Board), Kabir Dalawari (Percussion), Rob Diaz (Percussion), Ken Kazin (Percussion), Christina Schmidt (Color Guard Director), Samantha Houlihan (Color Guard Instructor)
Perhaps the most visible of the many Stagg Band ensembles, the Marching Chargers annually perform at all home Charger football games and 5-6 competitions each season. Performances this season include an exhibition performance at the 45th Annual Stagg Marching Band Jamboree, Victor J. Andrew Marching Invitational, Providence Catholic Marching Invitational, Downers Grove South Marching Mustang Bowl, and the Illinois Marching Band Championships. The Marching Chargers would like to thank the Lincoln-Way Marching Band and the Music Boosters for hosting another wonderful show! Best of luck to all of the bands on the rest of their seasons!
|
***H.D. Jacobs High School (Algonquin, IL)
|
4:30 pm
|
BAND NAME: TK
SHOW TITLE: TK
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: TK
DRUM MAJORS: TK
BAND DIRECTOR: TK
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: TK
ADDITIONAL STAFF: TK
SHOW TITLE: TK
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: TK
DRUM MAJORS: TK
BAND DIRECTOR: TK
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: TK
ADDITIONAL STAFF: TK
|
Eureka High School (Eureka, IL)
|
4:45 pm
|
BAND NAME: Eureka Marching Hornets
SHOW TITLE: Frozen Inferno
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Jordan Profitt
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Ben Wyland
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Kari Marino, Dr. Aaron Villarreal, Jon Marble, Eric Drake, Steve Slone
SHOW TITLE: Frozen Inferno
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "FireBird Suite" by Stravinsky
- "Elsa's Procession" by Wagner
- Original works by Steve Slone
- "Percussion" by Eric Drake
BAND DIRECTOR: Jordan Profitt
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Ben Wyland
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Kari Marino, Dr. Aaron Villarreal, Jon Marble, Eric Drake, Steve Slone
CLASS AA
|
Downers Grove South High School (Downers Grove, IL)
|
6:00 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Mustangs
SHOW TITLE: Through the Keys
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Aaron Kennedy
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Shane Nelson
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Jake Burrows, Jess Armbrecht, Rose Cloud, Joe Perillo, Tyler Norris, Cassidy Stephenson, Christian Stemper, Zoie West
The DGS Marching Mustangs would like to thank the Lincoln Way Marching Band for their hospitality and hosting the event this evening. An additional thank you to all of the amazing band parent volunteers that make each marching season possible.
SHOW TITLE: Through the Keys
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Gymnopedie" by Satie
- "Fur Elise" by Beethoven
- "Rondo alla Turca" by Mozart
- "The Blue Danube" by Strauss
- "Moonlight Sonata" by Beethoven
BAND DIRECTOR: Aaron Kennedy
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Shane Nelson
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Jake Burrows, Jess Armbrecht, Rose Cloud, Joe Perillo, Tyler Norris, Cassidy Stephenson, Christian Stemper, Zoie West
The DGS Marching Mustangs would like to thank the Lincoln Way Marching Band for their hospitality and hosting the event this evening. An additional thank you to all of the amazing band parent volunteers that make each marching season possible.
|
Batavia High School (Batavia, IL)
|
6:15 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Bulldogs
SHOW TITLE: Desperado
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original Music by Fred Emory Smith and John Mapes; Traditional arrangement of "House of the Rising Sun"
DRUM MAJORS: Chelsea Boothe, Jonah Tesdall
BAND DIRECTOR: Chris Owen
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Brian Van Kley
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Joe Carlson, Willow DeKruiff, Tony Huninin, Bryan Jamison, Brandi McGee, Alyssa Packer, Sam Shepard, David Wiles, Emily Wiles
The Batavia Marching Band is an all-volunteer marching band. The band has earned numerous awards and honors throughout their competitive history, including three-time consecutive finalists at the Illinois State Marching Band Championships from 2022to 2024 while earning the Class 4A Runner Up in 2024 and 2025. The Batavia Wind Symphony has performed throughout Illinois at Superstate at the University of Illinois, the Illinois Music Education Conference, the Western Illinois University Showcase of Bands, and the Illinois State Concert Band Festival. For the last nine years, the Batavia Bands host the Batavia Band Festival in February, which is a non-competitive concert band festival for non-top bands.
The Batavia Marching Band wishes to thank the many students, families, parent volunteers, and patrons for supporting them throughout the marching band season and throughout their time in music in Batavia.
SHOW TITLE: Desperado
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original Music by Fred Emory Smith and John Mapes; Traditional arrangement of "House of the Rising Sun"
DRUM MAJORS: Chelsea Boothe, Jonah Tesdall
BAND DIRECTOR: Chris Owen
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Brian Van Kley
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Joe Carlson, Willow DeKruiff, Tony Huninin, Bryan Jamison, Brandi McGee, Alyssa Packer, Sam Shepard, David Wiles, Emily Wiles
The Batavia Marching Band is an all-volunteer marching band. The band has earned numerous awards and honors throughout their competitive history, including three-time consecutive finalists at the Illinois State Marching Band Championships from 2022to 2024 while earning the Class 4A Runner Up in 2024 and 2025. The Batavia Wind Symphony has performed throughout Illinois at Superstate at the University of Illinois, the Illinois Music Education Conference, the Western Illinois University Showcase of Bands, and the Illinois State Concert Band Festival. For the last nine years, the Batavia Bands host the Batavia Band Festival in February, which is a non-competitive concert band festival for non-top bands.
The Batavia Marching Band wishes to thank the many students, families, parent volunteers, and patrons for supporting them throughout the marching band season and throughout their time in music in Batavia.
|
Waukegan High School (Waukegan, IL)
|
6:30 pm
|
BAND NAME: Bulldog Marching Band
SHOW TITLE: A Marionette's Tale
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: David Grayson
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Eduardo Ortiz
ADDITIONAL STAFF: David Grayson (Director of Bands/Music & Drill Writer), Eduardo Ortiz (Assistant Director of Bands/Drum Major Tech), Esai Torres (Woodwind Instructor), Brandon Carranza (Brass Instructor/Sound Tech), Frankie Paredes (Percussion Instructor), Tyler Darnall (Percussion Instructor), Marissa Grayson (Percussion Instructor), Arielle Pazol (Color Guard Coach), Michael Tseitlin (Visual Caption Head/Color Guard Assistant)
The Waukegan High School Bulldog Marching Band, under the direction of Director of Bands David Grayson and Assistant Director Eddie Ortiz, is a volunteer competitive ensemble that rehearses three days a week outside of the school day only. The BMB performs at four competitions each year, home football games, and select community parades and events. The Waukegan High School Bands are made up of the Bulldog Marching Band, 3 concert bands, 1 percussion ensemble, 3 jazz bands, 2 jazz combos, 2 pep bands, and the musical pit orchestra. The WHS Performing Arts also offers three levels of choir and orchestra, guitar, AP music theory, and music appreciation. The Bulldog Marching Band placed 1st last year at the Sandwich HS competition, 2nd at the Naperville Central HS competition, and 3rd at the Downers Grove South HS marching competition.
SHOW TITLE: A Marionette's Tale
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Dreaming" from the 2009 animated film Coraline by Bruno Coulais
- "Danse Macabre" the 1874 orchestral work by Camille Saint-Saëns
- “What Was I Made For?” from the 2023 Barbie movie by Billie Eilish
- “Master of Puppets” as the title track of the 1986 album by Metallica
BAND DIRECTOR: David Grayson
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Eduardo Ortiz
ADDITIONAL STAFF: David Grayson (Director of Bands/Music & Drill Writer), Eduardo Ortiz (Assistant Director of Bands/Drum Major Tech), Esai Torres (Woodwind Instructor), Brandon Carranza (Brass Instructor/Sound Tech), Frankie Paredes (Percussion Instructor), Tyler Darnall (Percussion Instructor), Marissa Grayson (Percussion Instructor), Arielle Pazol (Color Guard Coach), Michael Tseitlin (Visual Caption Head/Color Guard Assistant)
The Waukegan High School Bulldog Marching Band, under the direction of Director of Bands David Grayson and Assistant Director Eddie Ortiz, is a volunteer competitive ensemble that rehearses three days a week outside of the school day only. The BMB performs at four competitions each year, home football games, and select community parades and events. The Waukegan High School Bands are made up of the Bulldog Marching Band, 3 concert bands, 1 percussion ensemble, 3 jazz bands, 2 jazz combos, 2 pep bands, and the musical pit orchestra. The WHS Performing Arts also offers three levels of choir and orchestra, guitar, AP music theory, and music appreciation. The Bulldog Marching Band placed 1st last year at the Sandwich HS competition, 2nd at the Naperville Central HS competition, and 3rd at the Downers Grove South HS marching competition.
|
Naperville Central High School (Naperville, IL)
|
6:45 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Redhawks
SHOW TITLE: Seek & Find
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original compositions by Ian Grom & John Mapes
BAND DIRECTOR: Brandon Estes
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Molly Duenser (Visual), Alyssa Packer (Visual), Hope Connelly (Winds), Marina Adamany (Winds), Daniel McGarel (Winds), Hannah Estoll (Winds), Imanol Ruiz (Percussion), Calvin Chao (Percussion), Alex Remiasz (Percussion), Spencer Gore (Percussion), Debbie Wiles-Isoda (Colorguard), Michael Bailey (Colorguard), Danielle Beaton (Colorguard), Lindsay Peters (Colorguard), Emma Brazell (Colorguard), Gustavo Velazquez (Colorguard), Daniel Wiles (Show and Drill Design), John Mapes & Ian Grom (Music Arrangers)
Naperville Central HS performs regularly in the Chicagoland area and are excited to participate in the Lincolnway Marching Invitational. The NCHS Band program comprises 3 concert ensembles, marching band, jazz bands, chamber ensembles, steel pan ensembles as well as the “Drumshow” percussion ensemble showcase. The Marching Redhawks recently performed at the 2025 Bands of America Iowa Regional. Naperville Central would like to thank the Lincoln-Way Marching Band, its Booster organizations and its directors for their generous hospitality and for providing a quality performance experience today!
SHOW TITLE: Seek & Find
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original compositions by Ian Grom & John Mapes
- Movement. 1 - Dream
- Movement 2 - Explore
- Movement 3 - Discover
BAND DIRECTOR: Brandon Estes
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Molly Duenser (Visual), Alyssa Packer (Visual), Hope Connelly (Winds), Marina Adamany (Winds), Daniel McGarel (Winds), Hannah Estoll (Winds), Imanol Ruiz (Percussion), Calvin Chao (Percussion), Alex Remiasz (Percussion), Spencer Gore (Percussion), Debbie Wiles-Isoda (Colorguard), Michael Bailey (Colorguard), Danielle Beaton (Colorguard), Lindsay Peters (Colorguard), Emma Brazell (Colorguard), Gustavo Velazquez (Colorguard), Daniel Wiles (Show and Drill Design), John Mapes & Ian Grom (Music Arrangers)
Naperville Central HS performs regularly in the Chicagoland area and are excited to participate in the Lincolnway Marching Invitational. The NCHS Band program comprises 3 concert ensembles, marching band, jazz bands, chamber ensembles, steel pan ensembles as well as the “Drumshow” percussion ensemble showcase. The Marching Redhawks recently performed at the 2025 Bands of America Iowa Regional. Naperville Central would like to thank the Lincoln-Way Marching Band, its Booster organizations and its directors for their generous hospitality and for providing a quality performance experience today!
|
Plainfield South High School (Plainfield, IL)
|
7:00 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Cougars
SHOW TITLE: Kaleidoscope
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original music composed by Geritt Davenport with percussion by Cody Myre
DRUM MAJORS: Anabel Herrera, Arianna Stewart, Lucas Baut
BAND DIRECTOR: Jerrod Cook
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Luke Podvrsan
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Heather Aimone
Since its inception in 2001, the PSHS band program has consistently received high marks and praise at various concert and marching festivals. Most recently, the PSHS marching cougars earned 2nd place as well as best color guard and general effect in our class at the 2024 Prospect Knight of Champions marching band competition, and 2nd place and best color guard in our class at the 2024 Naperville Central Marching Classic.
SHOW TITLE: Kaleidoscope
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Original music composed by Geritt Davenport with percussion by Cody Myre
DRUM MAJORS: Anabel Herrera, Arianna Stewart, Lucas Baut
BAND DIRECTOR: Jerrod Cook
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Luke Podvrsan
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Heather Aimone
Since its inception in 2001, the PSHS band program has consistently received high marks and praise at various concert and marching festivals. Most recently, the PSHS marching cougars earned 2nd place as well as best color guard and general effect in our class at the 2024 Prospect Knight of Champions marching band competition, and 2nd place and best color guard in our class at the 2024 Naperville Central Marching Classic.
|
Lake Park High School (Roselle, IL)
|
7:15 pm
|
BAND NAME: Lancer Marching Band
SHOW TITLE: To the Light
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Mike Lehman
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Moulee Gupta (Assistant Director), Robert Pittman (Visual Director/Drill Writer), Maggie Resillez (Color Guard Director), Jonathan Hilario (Battery Director), Bryan Hughey (Front Ensemble Director)
The Lake Park High School Marching Band would like to thank our wonderful band families, District 108 administration and faculty, and the entire Lancer Nation for their continued support! Music is an important part of the fabric of Lake Park, and we are grateful for the opportunity to create and share what is closest to our hearts. A special thank you to the Lincoln-Way Band Parents for hosting today's contest and including us in this special event.
SHOW TITLE: To the Light
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Swarming" by Craig Fitzpatrick
- "Only Light" by Aaron Perrine
- "Made of Fire" by Thomas Bergersen
- "Fix You" by Coldplay
BAND DIRECTOR: Mike Lehman
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Moulee Gupta (Assistant Director), Robert Pittman (Visual Director/Drill Writer), Maggie Resillez (Color Guard Director), Jonathan Hilario (Battery Director), Bryan Hughey (Front Ensemble Director)
The Lake Park High School Marching Band would like to thank our wonderful band families, District 108 administration and faculty, and the entire Lancer Nation for their continued support! Music is an important part of the fabric of Lake Park, and we are grateful for the opportunity to create and share what is closest to our hearts. A special thank you to the Lincoln-Way Band Parents for hosting today's contest and including us in this special event.
CLASS AAA
|
Mahomet-Seymour High School (Mahomet, IL)
|
7:45 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Bulldogs
SHOW TITLE: The Writing's on the Wall
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: Michael Stevens
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Dylan Gray
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Russ Weber (Percussion), Kari Marino (Color Guard), Lexi Watkins (Color Guard)
The Mahomet-Seymour Marching Bulldogs are 13 time Governor's Grand Champions at the University of Illinois Marching Band Championships and have performed in the Tournament of Roses, Fiesta Bowl, and Peach Bowl Parades.
SHOW TITLE: The Writing's on the Wall
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- Overture from "Sunset Boulevard" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
- "With One Look" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
- "My Shot" by Lin Manual Miranda
- "The Writing's on the Wall" by Sam Smit
BAND DIRECTOR: Michael Stevens
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Dylan Gray
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Russ Weber (Percussion), Kari Marino (Color Guard), Lexi Watkins (Color Guard)
The Mahomet-Seymour Marching Bulldogs are 13 time Governor's Grand Champions at the University of Illinois Marching Band Championships and have performed in the Tournament of Roses, Fiesta Bowl, and Peach Bowl Parades.
|
Rock Island High School (Rock Island, IL)
|
8:00 pm |
BAND NAME: The Pride of Rock Island
SHOW TITLE: Heartless
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Arranged by Dr. Ward Miller & Luke Vogt
BAND DIRECTOR: Peter Carlin
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Michael Tollenaer, Derek Ross
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Alan Conner, David Struss, Rachel Carr, Richard Vought, Thom Elliott, Sarah Wendland, Jada Harris, Anna Poel, Megan Nordstrom, Ella Hansen, Cameron Kotovsky, Kyle Plohr, Nemo Rodriguez
The Pride of Rock Island Marching Band has been a two time Bands of America Regional Finalist, an Illinois Marching Championships Finalist and last year won best percussion, best visual and finish 3rd in class 2A at the Lincoln - Way Marching Invitational. The band would also like to thank the parents, school district and community for all of the continued support of the program.
SHOW TITLE: Heartless
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Arranged by Dr. Ward Miller & Luke Vogt
- "Wonderland" by Taylor Swift
- "Her" by JVKE
- "The Night We Met" by Lord Huron
BAND DIRECTOR: Peter Carlin
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Michael Tollenaer, Derek Ross
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Alan Conner, David Struss, Rachel Carr, Richard Vought, Thom Elliott, Sarah Wendland, Jada Harris, Anna Poel, Megan Nordstrom, Ella Hansen, Cameron Kotovsky, Kyle Plohr, Nemo Rodriguez
The Pride of Rock Island Marching Band has been a two time Bands of America Regional Finalist, an Illinois Marching Championships Finalist and last year won best percussion, best visual and finish 3rd in class 2A at the Lincoln - Way Marching Invitational. The band would also like to thank the parents, school district and community for all of the continued support of the program.
|
Waubonsie Valley High School (Aurora, IL)
|
8:15 pm
|
BAND NAME: Marching Warriors
SHOW TITLE: A Common Thread
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTOR: James Hairston
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Chris Dandeles, Mark Duker
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Don Dvorak, Allison Rider, Raychel Taylor, Kristen Laserman, Kyra Ward
The Marching Warriors proudly represent Waubonsie Valley High School and District 204 through a season of high-level performances and competitions. This year, the band will be performing at the Lincoln-Way Invitational and the Illinois Marching Band Classic at the University of Illinois. They’ll also travel internationally to represent their community in the Rome New Year’s Day Parade. The band would like to thank the WVHS Band Boosters for their behind-the-scenes support that makes every performance possible. Go Warriors!
SHOW TITLE: A Common Thread
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- "Wolves of Alaska" by Galante
- "Follies" from Divertimento by Cichy
- "Common Thread" by McFerrin
- "Symphony No. 3 Finale" by Copeland
BAND DIRECTOR: James Hairston
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTORS: Chris Dandeles, Mark Duker
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Don Dvorak, Allison Rider, Raychel Taylor, Kristen Laserman, Kyra Ward
The Marching Warriors proudly represent Waubonsie Valley High School and District 204 through a season of high-level performances and competitions. This year, the band will be performing at the Lincoln-Way Invitational and the Illinois Marching Band Classic at the University of Illinois. They’ll also travel internationally to represent their community in the Rome New Year’s Day Parade. The band would like to thank the WVHS Band Boosters for their behind-the-scenes support that makes every performance possible. Go Warriors!
|
Oswego High School (Oswego, IL)
|
8:30 pm |
BAND NAME: Panther Marching Band
SHOW TITLE: Key Changes
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Music of Paganini and ROCKmaninoff
DRUM MAJORS: Heidi Glaser, Connor Omar, Maddy Philips
BAND DIRECTOR: Stephanie San Roman
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Kevin Schoenbach
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Tyler White, Leigh Apple, Jeff Kleinmaier, Lauren Rogers, Kristen Spathis, Jordan Klespitz, Porter Leigh, Rudy Garcia, Marissa Spevak
The Oswego Panther Marching Band is an extracurricular ensemble that rehearses twice a week. In addition to performing in parades and home football games, this year the band has also performed at the NIU Red and Black Classic, the ISU Marching Band Championships and their very own Panther Marching Band Review.
SHOW TITLE: Key Changes
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS: Music of Paganini and ROCKmaninoff
DRUM MAJORS: Heidi Glaser, Connor Omar, Maddy Philips
BAND DIRECTOR: Stephanie San Roman
ASSISTANT BAND DIRECTOR: Kevin Schoenbach
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Tyler White, Leigh Apple, Jeff Kleinmaier, Lauren Rogers, Kristen Spathis, Jordan Klespitz, Porter Leigh, Rudy Garcia, Marissa Spevak
The Oswego Panther Marching Band is an extracurricular ensemble that rehearses twice a week. In addition to performing in parades and home football games, this year the band has also performed at the NIU Red and Black Classic, the ISU Marching Band Championships and their very own Panther Marching Band Review.
EXHIBITION
|
***Lincoln-Way Community High School (New Lenox, IL)
|
8:45 pm
|
BAND NAME: Lincoln-Way Marching Band
SHOW TITLE: The Golden Age
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
BAND DIRECTORS: Chris Mroczek, Cary Ruklic, Dr. Bert Johnson
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Alan Spaeth (Design), Mitch Rogers (Design), Don Hill (Design), Colin McNutt (Design), Colton Hines (Design),
Michelle Lindeman (Color Guard), Susan Liva (Color Guard), Lauren Geary (Color Guard), Marissa Sperti (Color Guard), Midori Eng (Color Guard), Jake Kalemba (Color Guard), Amanda Boike (Color Guard), Lauren Hibbern (Color Guard), Matt Block (Visual), Sam Tedeschi (Visual/Music), Taylor Beekman (Visual/Music), Bret Jones (Visual), Carli Liva (Visual), Andy Lopez (Visual/Music), Mike Jeske (Visual/Music), Andy Eaton (Music), Nick Forlenza (Music), Tim Berg (Percussion), Victoria Clifford (Percussion), Melanie Eaton (Percussion), Allison Macha (Percussion), Patrick Rheingruber (Percussion), Jonathan Kurecki (Percussion), Maddy Daley (Percussion), Craig Hatter (Percussion), Lloyd Puckitt (Sound), Dillon Galloway (Sound)
The Lincoln-Way Marching Band would like to thank all of our community businesses and sponsors for their support this season and especially the Lincoln-Way Marching Arts Parents!
The Lincoln-Way Marching Band will be traveling to Pasadena, California on January 1, 2025 to perform in the 136th Tournament of Roses Parade.
SHOW TITLE: The Golden Age
SELECTIONS & COMPOSERS:
- “Overture” (from El Cid) by Nikos Rozsa
- “The Death Hunt" (from Citizen Kane) by Bernard Herrman
- "Main Theme" (from The Magnificent Seven) by Elmer Berstein
- "Main Theme" (from Gone with the Wind) by Max Steiner
- "Hooray for Hollywood" by Richard Whiting
BAND DIRECTORS: Chris Mroczek, Cary Ruklic, Dr. Bert Johnson
ADDITIONAL STAFF: Alan Spaeth (Design), Mitch Rogers (Design), Don Hill (Design), Colin McNutt (Design), Colton Hines (Design),
Michelle Lindeman (Color Guard), Susan Liva (Color Guard), Lauren Geary (Color Guard), Marissa Sperti (Color Guard), Midori Eng (Color Guard), Jake Kalemba (Color Guard), Amanda Boike (Color Guard), Lauren Hibbern (Color Guard), Matt Block (Visual), Sam Tedeschi (Visual/Music), Taylor Beekman (Visual/Music), Bret Jones (Visual), Carli Liva (Visual), Andy Lopez (Visual/Music), Mike Jeske (Visual/Music), Andy Eaton (Music), Nick Forlenza (Music), Tim Berg (Percussion), Victoria Clifford (Percussion), Melanie Eaton (Percussion), Allison Macha (Percussion), Patrick Rheingruber (Percussion), Jonathan Kurecki (Percussion), Maddy Daley (Percussion), Craig Hatter (Percussion), Lloyd Puckitt (Sound), Dillon Galloway (Sound)
The Lincoln-Way Marching Band would like to thank all of our community businesses and sponsors for their support this season and especially the Lincoln-Way Marching Arts Parents!
The Lincoln-Way Marching Band will be traveling to Pasadena, California on January 1, 2025 to perform in the 136th Tournament of Roses Parade.
Thank You Donors!
|
Aurelio's Pizza in Frankfort
Aurelio's Mokena Berkots Caffe Milan Chick-Fil-A in Frankfort Christina Roach Crescent Jewelers Crumbl Cookie in Mokena Culver's in Oak Forest D and H Refrigeration, Inc Edward Kurcz Enricos Erika Cookies EXP Realty of Joliet Fleckenstein's Bakery Flipside Brewing |
Flower Cottage
Gattos Golden Gate Nursery Hammar's Mercantile Heather Fox House of LaLa It's in my Roots by Emily Anderson Jennifer Belitz Joseph and Theresa Alberico Kevin Malloy State Farm Insurance of New Lenox KGH Chicago Kona Ice Kristen Benfante La Dolce Vita Laura Elkins of Country Financial of Tinley Park |
Law Office of Cheryl Morrison
Megan Wendtland of Fairway Home Mortgage Minidoom Fitness Monster Masonry, Inc Nancy's Pizza in Mokena Nicky V's New Lenox Nothing Bundt Cakes Mokena Pam Rice Patty Fields Pizza Mia Raffy's Candy Rosati's Pizza in New Lenox Shorewood Elite Healthcare Ted Westerberg Traveling Tom's |
Happy Ads
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
